BayState Textile Drive , Saturday, May 22nd at SWAP AREA

Medfield MA

19 May, 2021

10:30 PM

Description

BayState Textile Drive - Saturday, May 22, 9am - 4pm at TS in SWAP Area Most Medfield residents recognize the white textile collection bins at all the public school locations as well as the Hinkley Swim pond and the Transfer Station and donations are made regularly. However, there will also be a collection at the Transfer Station in the SWAP AREA on Saturday, May 22nd from 9am-4pm. Please be sure to BAG your donated textile items....do not donate them loose!!! Please take note of what items are ACCEPTABLE and what are NOT! Also please learn about the importance of DONATING your textile items instead of putting them into the trash!!! The following quote is from the Baystate Textile website: "Every year, 21 billion pounds of textiles are thrown away in the United States. 45% of these textiles can be reused, 30% can be turned into wiping cloths, and 20% recycled into new products. Turning this problem around can start in your community with recycling bins." Click HERE for most current list of All items to donate and NOT donate! Acceptable Donated Items: CLOTHING - Tops - Sweaters - Sweatshirts - Dresses - Tank Tops - Blazers - Pants - Jeans - Sweatpants - Skirts - Shorts - Slacks - Undergarments - Socks - T-shirts - Slips - Pajamas - Coats FOOTWEAR – Shoes– Heels – Pumps – Sandals – Boots – Work Boots – Dress Boots – Winter Boots – Sneakers – Cleats – Slippers – Flip Flops Items ACCESSORIES - Hats - Pocketbooks - Belts - Gloves - Duffle Bags - Ties - Scarfs - Totes - Bathrobes LINENS - Sheets - Blankets - Draperies - Pillows - Towels - Table Linens - Comforters - Throw Rugs - Placemats - Stuffed Animals They DO NOT ACCEPT the following items: Mattresses - Mattress Pads - Foam Products - Couch Cushions - Lawn furniture cushions - Carpet Remants - Rugs (larger than 2' x 4') Learn More about BayState Textile.... Bay State Textiles serves over 120 municipalities throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. With over 40 years of experience in the post-consumer textile waste industry, our management team can tailor a program to meet the needs of your community. We facilitate linen, footwear, accessory, and clothing donation. Bay State Textiles serves over 120 municipalities throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. With over 40 years of experience in the post-consumer textile waste industry, our management team can tailor a program to meet the needs of your community. We facilitate clothing, linen, footwear, and accessories.